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Los Angeles College of Aesthetics
Los Angeles, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1517 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006 · Phone: (323) 731-2075 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — May 2026 · Probation · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jun 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Los Angeles College of Aesthetics is a private for-profit trade school in Los Angeles, California, offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 85.2% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $3,723 and median earnings of $16,540 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Los Angeles College of Aesthetics is $26,394, federal financial aid can be used here since it participates in Title IV, and 43.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 44 | $19,431 | $17,979 | $3,823 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | $19,431 | $17,979 | $3,823 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $19,431 | $17,979 | $3,823 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $19,431 | $17,979 | $3,823 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 2 | $19,431 | $17,979 | $3,823 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Los Angeles College of Aesthetics is a private for-profit trade school located in Los Angeles, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The school's top programs are esthetician schools, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools, with barber training also offered among its five program families.
Federal data show a completion rate of 85.2%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $3,723, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $16,540. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,394, and 43.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with 117 undergraduate students and 106 trade completers, appears sized for focused, hands-on beauty and personal-care training rather than broad academic study. The program mix suggests it may suit those seeking shorter, skills-based training in esthetics, nails, cosmetology, or barbering rather than a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school's top programs are esthetician schools, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools, with barber training also included among its five program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 85.2%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $3,723, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,540, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,394.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, meaning it operates for profit rather than as a public or nonprofit institution, which can affect tuition, funding sources, and accountability structures.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details on program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447731.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetics, nail technology, cosmetology, and barbering suggests hands-on, skills-based training, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (323) 731-2075 or visit https://www.palacebeautycollege.com/ for details on state licensing for esthetics, nails, cosmetology, or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (323) 731-2075 or visit its website at https://www.palacebeautycollege.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447731 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.